ROCHESTER PREP CHARTER SCHOOL 3

ROCHESTER PREP CHARTER SCHOOL 3 is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the ROCHESTER PREP CHARTER SCHOOL 3 school district, located in ROCHESTER, NY with about 177 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 1st Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 10 teachers, ROCHESTER PREP CHARTER SCHOOL 3 has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

ROCHESTER PREP CHARTER SCHOOL 3 (RPCS 3) is a public charter school located in the 14621 zip code of Rochester, New York. As part of the Uncommon Schools network, it adheres to a rigorous college-preparatory model that emphasizes academic achievement, structured classroom environments, and character development. The school serves students in the elementary and middle school grades, aiming to close the achievement gap by providing high-quality instruction and extended learning time for students in the Rochester community.

The school is defined by its commitment to a "no excuses" philosophy, which focuses on high expectations for both student behavior and academic performance. The curriculum is data-driven, with frequent assessments used to tailor instruction to individual student needs. Beyond core academic subjects like literacy and mathematics, the school places a heavy emphasis on developing strong school culture and personal responsibility, preparing its students for success in competitive high schools and, ultimately, four-year colleges.

For more information, contact ROCHESTER PREP CHARTER SCHOOL 3 at (585) 694-4072 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.